The Seattle Kraken are set to face off against the Anaheim Ducks tonight in an NHL matchup at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. The game will start at 10:00 p.m. EST and will be broadcast live on ESPN+.
The Ducks are currently favored to win, with a -1.5 line and an over/under of 6.5 goals. Anaheim is a -190 favorite for an outright victory, while the Kraken sit at +155 to pull off an upset.
The Seattle Kraken, with a record of 13-14-6, are struggling this season and find themselves tied for the worst record in the NHL. The team recently halted a devastating stretch where they lost 10 of 11 games by defeating the Sharks, but overall, their performance has been lackluster. They are currently posting a bottom-10 47.16 expected goals for percentage (xGF%) and allowing 3.36 expected goals against per 60 minutes (xGA/60)—the second-worst in the league. On a brighter note, goaltender Joey Daccord has recently stepped up, boasting a .934 save percentage over his last four games, showcasing his potential to either struggle or shine intermittently.
In contrast, the Anaheim Ducks, with a record of 21-13-2, have impressed this season, holding the lead in the Pacific Division despite a mixed performance in December that saw them go 5-4-1 in their last 10 games. Notably, their losses against the Stars and Mammoth were significant setbacks. However, they have young talents like Leo Carlsson and Cutter Gauthier making an impact, both averaging over a point per game. While their offensive performance ranks 13th in expected goals, their defense has been shaky, ranked 20th in xGA/60. Goaltender Lukas Dostal has had a challenging stretch recently but has demonstrated reliability in earlier games.
With their home advantage, the Ducks have a solid record of 12-5-3 at the Honda Center compared to the Kraken’s underwhelming 6-7-3 on the road. Given the current form and roster comparisons, expectations lean toward the Ducks securing a victory.
This matchup presents an opportunity for both teams: the Ducks can reinforce their division lead while the Kraken aim for redemption. As fans look forward to an exciting game, the Ducks appear poised for a strong showing as they take on Seattle tonight.